Russian and Syrian Government Forces Attack Rebel Areas... 7 Dead

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[Asia Economy Reporter Bu Aeri] Russian and Syrian government forces attacked rebel-held areas in the northwest, killing at least seven people.

According to AP News and others, on the 21st (local time), Russian warplanes supporting the Syrian government forces conducted airstrikes on rebel-held areas in the northwest, destroying temporary oil refining facilities and cement factories.

The Syrian government forces also shelled a hospital in Atarib, western Aleppo province, killing seven people and injuring 17, including five medical staff.

Syria has been embroiled in a civil war since the 2011 'Arab Spring' popular uprisings. So far, fighting continues between the Syrian government forces led by President Bashar al-Assad and the rebels.

Russia has been supporting the government forces since 2015, while Turkey is aiding the rebels.

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